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iPad Pro 13 M4 vs Tab Plus vs Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra: which is better?

iPad Pro 13 M4, Tab Plus and Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra compared side by side across 14 specs and 7 scored categories — every winner highlighted, so the right pick is obvious.

3 PRODUCTS · 14 SPECS · 7 SCORED CATEGORIES · LIVE RE-RANKING

COMPARING

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TABLETS

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← TOP PICK

APPLE

iPad Pro 13 M4

$1,299

BEST OVERALL

LENOVO

Tab Plus

$299

BEST VALUE

SAMSUNG

Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra

$1,199

WINS BATTERY

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⚡ COMPARZONE VERDICT

The iPad Pro 13 M4 takes the overall win.

Highest composite at 9.3/10 — 0.4 ahead of the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra. Tightest race: productivity, just 0.1 apart. Scroll for the category-by-category breakdown.

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CATEGORY WINS · 7 SCOREDTIES SHOWN GREY

DISP

PERF

BATT

PROD

VALU

AUDI

BUIL

iPad Pro 13 M4×3

Tab Plus×3

Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra×1

Apple iPad Pro 13 M4BEST OVERALL

Lenovo Tab Plus (2024)BEST VALUE

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 UltraWINS BATTERY

01 · SCORE RADAR

Performance profile

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LARGEST GAPAudio — Tab Plus leads by 9.5

TIGHTESTProductivity — only 0.1 between the top two

02 · CATEGORY BREAKDOWN

Category showdown

13 M4TAB PLUSS10 ULTRA

DisplayiiPad Pro 13 M4 · +0.3

13 M49.8

TAB PLUS7.0

S10 ULTRA9.5

PerformanceiiPad Pro 13 M4 · +0.8

13 M49.7

TAB PLUS5.5

S10 ULTRA8.9

BatteryiGalaxy Tab S10 Ultra · +0.3

13 M48.6

TAB PLUS8.0

S10 ULTRA8.9

ProductivityiiPad Pro 13 M4 · +0.1

13 M49.2

TAB PLUS0.0

S10 ULTRA9.1

ValueiTab Plus · +0.1

13 M48.1

TAB PLUS8.5

S10 ULTRA8.4

AudioiTab Plus · +9.5

13 M40.0

TAB PLUS9.5

S10 ULTRA0.0

BuildiTab Plus · +7.5

13 M40.0

TAB PLUS7.5

S10 ULTRA0.0

03 · VALUE MAP

Price vs performance

TOP-LEFT IS THE SWEET SPOT

SCORE PER $100 · RANKED

01Tab Plus2.41BEST DEAL

02Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra0.74

03iPad Pro 13 M40.72

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04 · THE FULL SHEET

Full specifications

14 SPECS · ALL SHOWN

SPECS

iPad Pro 13 M4$1,2995W9.3

Tab Plus$2992W7.2

Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra$1,1995W8.9

Battery LifeHRi

10 hr

12 hr← TIED BEST

ChargingWi

30 W

45 W← TIED BEST

WeightGi

579 g← 12% lighter

660 g

718 g

Display SizeINi

13 in

11.5 in

14.6 in← BEST +12%

Display Typei

Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED

LCD

Dynamic AMOLED 2X

Resolutioni

2752 x 2064

2000 x 1200

2960 x 1848

Refresh RateHZi

120 Hz← TIED BEST

90 Hz

120 Hz← TIED BEST

BrightnessNITSi

1,600 nits← BEST +72%

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930 nits

Chipseti

Apple M4

MediaTek Helio G99

MediaTek Dimensity 9300+

RAMGBi

8 GB

12 GB← BEST +50%

Stylus Supporti

Yes← BEST

Yes

Keyboard Supporti

Yes← BEST

Yes

Operating Systemi

iPadOS

Android

Android 14, One UI 6

Storagei

256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB

128/256GB

256GB / 512GB / 1TB

ROW WINS

05 · WHICH ONE IS FOR YOU

Pick by persona

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THE ALL-ROUNDER

Best overall

iPad Pro 13 M4APPLE9.3

ALL GROUPSEQUAL WEIGHT

Best total score across weighted category factors.

RUNNER-UP · Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra (8.9)

FOR VALUE SEEKERS

Best bang for buck

Tab PlusLENOVO7.2

SCORE ÷ PRICELIVE PRICES

Strongest score-to-price ratio from the available price data.

RUNNER-UP · Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra (0.7)

PRIORITY · AUDIO

Best for audio

Tab PlusLENOVO9.5

AUDIO WEIGHTEDCONF 91%

Best visible score in the audio category group.

RUNNER-UP · iPad Pro 13 M4 (0.0)

PRIORITY · BUILD

Best for build

Tab PlusLENOVO7.5

BUILD WEIGHTEDCONF 72%

Best visible score in the build category group.

RUNNER-UP · iPad Pro 13 M4 (0.0)

06 · BOTTOM LINE

Why pick each

STRENGTHS · AND ONE HONEST TRADE-OFF

#1APPLE0.0

iPad Pro 13 M4

“The ultimate creative tablet: a stunning tandem-OLED display, laptop-class M4 power, and Apple Pencil Pro support in an ultra-thin body.”

Display 9.8

Performance 9.7

Wins Refresh Rate

Wins Brightness

TRADE-OFFExpensive accessories

BEST OVERALLBest price →

#3LENOVO0.0

Tab Plus

“A budget entertainment tablet built around eight JBL speakers, a built-in kickstand, and a 2K 90Hz screen for under $300.”

Audio 9.5

Value 8.5

Wins Battery Life

Wins Charging

TRADE-OFFHelio G99 is entry-level for gaming

BEST VALUEBest price →

#2SAMSUNG0.0

Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra

“A massive 14.6-inch AMOLED Android tablet with an included S Pen, strong multitasking, and DeX desktop mode.”

Display 9.5

Productivity 9.1

Wins Display Size

Wins RAM

TRADE-OFFVery large for handheld use

WINS BATTERYBest price →

Still deciding? The iPad Pro 13 M4 is the safest pick.

COMPOSITE 9.3/10 · WINS 3 OF 7 CATEGORIES

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Apple iPad Pro 13 M4 vs Lenovo Tab Plus (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra: which is best?

The Apple iPad Pro 13 M4 is our overall pick, scoring 9.3/10 against 8.9/10 for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra — a 5% edge. Current starting prices span $299–$1,299. The score weighs category-specific tablets attributes, spec wins, price signals, and data confidence — not sponsorships.

Apple iPad Pro 13 M4 leads overall with a 9.3 total score.
Apple iPad Pro 13 M4 wins 5 comparable specs with a 32% weighted win rate.
Lenovo Tab Plus (2024) has the strongest high-impact advantage in Battery Life.
Lenovo Tab Plus (2024) has the best visible score-to-price balance based on available starting price.

Apple iPad Pro 13 M4WINNER 9.3/10

The ultimate creative tablet: a stunning tandem-OLED display, laptop-class M4 power, and Apple Pencil Pro support in an ultra-thin body.

Pros

+ Reference-grade tandem-OLED display
+ Laptop-class M4 performance
+ Best stylus and creative app library
+ Ultra-thin, premium build

Cons

− Expensive accessories
− iPadOS limits some desktop workflows
− High starting price

Best for: Designers and illustrators · Video and photo editors · Premium tablet buyers

“The best tablet for creators and power users: a reference-grade OLED, laptop-class M4 performance, and the best stylus and app support. Accessories are pricey and iPadOS still limits some desktop workflows.”

Lenovo Tab Plus (2024)7.2/10

A budget entertainment tablet built around eight JBL speakers, a built-in kickstand, and a 2K 90Hz screen for under $300.

Pros

+ Outstanding eight-speaker JBL audio for the price
+ Built-in adjustable kickstand
+ Sharp 2K 90Hz display
+ Large 8,600mAh battery with 45W charging

Cons

− Helio G99 is entry-level for gaming
− Stylus not included
− No water resistance rating

Best for: Streaming movies and music at home · Budget buyers prioritizing sound quality · Kitchen, bedside, or living-room use with the kickstand

“For the money, nothing matches the Tab Plus for audio. If your tablet's main job is streaming, music, and video calls around the house, the eight-speaker system and built-in kickstand make it a delight. Just go in knowing the Helio G99 is a budget chip, the…”

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra8.9/10

A massive 14.6-inch AMOLED Android tablet with an included S Pen, strong multitasking, and DeX desktop mode.

Pros

+ Huge 14.6-inch AMOLED
+ S Pen included in the box
+ Strong multitasking with DeX
+ Slim, premium build

Cons

− Very large for handheld use
− Android tablet apps vary in quality
− Heavier than smaller tablets

Best for: Media and split-screen multitasking · Note-taking and sketching · Big-screen Android fans

“The best big-screen Android tablet with a gorgeous display, included S Pen, and real multitasking via DeX. Its enormous size is not for everyone and Android tablet apps vary in quality.”

Frequently asked questions

Which is best: Apple iPad Pro 13 M4, Lenovo Tab Plus (2024) or Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra?

By ComparZone's weighted scoring of category-specific tablets specs, the Apple iPad Pro 13 M4 scores highest overall (9.3/10, 0.4 points ahead of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra). It is the better all-round pick, but the right choice depends on your priorities — the spec table above shows exactly where each one wins.

What are the main differences between these tablets?

The biggest measurable differences are Chipset, Battery Life, Display Size. The grouped spec sheet above marks the winner of every comparable spec.

Can I compare other tablets on ComparZone?

Yes — ComparZone supports dynamic comparison pages for any 2 to 4 tablets from the same category, with verified specs, transparent scores, and live prices. See the related comparisons below or build your own from the category page.

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